Death Valley Double Cross Kick-Off Package

 

About the Book

Book: Death Valley Double Cross

Author: Dana Mentink

Genre: Inspirational Suspense

Release date: February 22, 2022

A killer seeking revenge

will stop at nothing to get it…

Pilar Jefferson is shocked to learn that her supposedly deceased father is alive and has been in prison—and now his ruthless former partner is after her. Fleeing on her wedding day was the best way to protect her loved ones. But now with her mother held for ransom and her ex-fiancé, Austin Duke, stumbling back into her life, can she keep everyone safe—and escape an assassin?

From Love Inspired Suspense: Courage. Danger. Faith.

Desert Justice

Book 1: Framed in Death Valley
Book 2: Missing in the Desert
Book 3: Death Valley Double Cross
Book 4: Death Valley Hideout

 My thoughts: this author is one of my favorite with Love inspired suspense. She writes with

 lots of action and her stories are very well written. This is the third book in the desert series

 but it can stand alone. This is not only a great great romantic suspense, it also is a book about 

people who have to face their past and rise above it. The characters are very well developed 

and almost seem real and almost seem real. If you like romantic suspense, you will love t

his book and   any other by this I was giving a copy free and all opinions are my own

Click here to get your copy!

 

About the Author

Dana Mentink is a USA Today and Publisher’s Weekly bestselling author as well as a two time

American Christian Fiction Writers Carol Award winner, and a Holt Medallion winner. She is the Publisher’s Weekly bestselling author of over fifty titles in the suspense and lighthearted romance genres. She is pleased to write for Harlequin’s Love Inspired Suspense, Harlequin Heartwarming and Poisoned Pen Press. You can connect with Dana via her website at danamentink.com, on Facebook, YouTube (Author Dana Mentink) and Instagram (dana_mentink.)

 

More from Dana

I remember standing on the edge of the lookout and gazing into the wonder that is Artist’s Palette in Death Valley. Artist’s Drive, which takes you to this breathtaking view, rises above Badwater Basin (the lowest spot in North America) and then meanders along twisting canyons and hills until it brings you to this popular tourist stop. The premier view is a place called Artist’s palette. It’s a sprawling pocket of color, hues of rose, ochre, green and gold tucked in the rippling landscape and teased to life by the desert sun. Isn’t that just like God? To lead us to surprises and wonders that await us in a sometimes hostile world? Every day we spent in Death Valley held a surprise, from the rocks that move mysteriously across the sands to the towering twists and turns of 20 Mule Team Canyon. There are only two things to do with a wonderous place like that…enjoy the divine bounty, and write a novel set there so others can come along!

I hope you will enjoy this third installment in the Desert Justice series. The first is Beckett’s story and then we had quiet cowboy Levi’s adventure. Now it’s brash pilot Austin’s turn. Will he get his happy ending after being dumped at the altar and wrecking his shoulder in an accident? Turn those pages and come with me to Death Valley to find out!

Blog Stops

Book Reviews From an Avid Reader, March 29

Debbie’s Dusty Deliberations, March 29

Daysong Reflections, March 30

Texas Book-aholic, March 30

Lighthouse academy, March 31

Inklings and notions, March 31

Babbling Becky L’s Book Impressions, April 1

Betti Mace, April 1

Truth and Grace Homeschool Academy, April 2

Pause for Tales, April 2

For Him and My Family, April 3

Gina Holder, Author and Blogger, April 3 (Author Interview)

deb’s Book Review, April 4

Happily Managing a Household of Boys, April 4

Locks, Hooks and Books, April 5

Ashley’s Clean Book Reviews, April 6

Life, Love, Writing, April 6

Bigreadersite, April 7

Because I said so — and other adventures in Parenting, April 7

Bizwings Blog, April 8

For the Love of Literature, April 8

Blogging With Carol, April 9

HookMeInABook, April 9

Simple Harvest Reads, April 10 (Guest Review from Donna Cline)

Paula’s Persuasion, April 10

Blossoms and Blessings, April 11

Sodbuster Living, April 11

Labor Not in Vain, April 12

Through the fire blogs, April 12

Giveaway

To celebrate her tour, Dana is giving away the grand prize package of the first three books in the series (Paperback for U.S. Only) and a $50 Amazon gift card!!

Be sure to comment on the blog stops for nine extra entries into the giveaway! Click the link below to enter.

https://promosimple.com/ps/1c112/death-valley-double-cross-celebration-tour-giveaway

 

Looking for Leroy 

 March 1, 2022

by Carlson (Author)

"No one writes clean contemporary romance quite like Melody Carlson."--Library Journal

***

It's official: Brynna Phillips is done with men. They only break your heart. But just when she makes this declaration, her friend Jan convinces Brynna to join her on a camping vacation in Sonoma Wine Country. As they wind their way toward their destination, spanking-new mini camper in tow, Brynna recalls her teenage camp romance with a boy named Leroy. How can it have been nearly 30 years ago? All she remembers is that Leroy was a genuinely good guy and that his family owned a vineyard--in Sonoma. She doesn't even remember his last name. Jan insists they look for him, and the search begins.

Beyond the slim chance they'd ever be able to find him are questions that have haunted Brynna for decades, including What is the point of digging up the past? and Can Leroy ever forgive me for losing touch?

Bestselling author Melody Carlson invites you on a trip to rediscover the carefree days of youth and, just maybe, to get a second chance at love.

***

"A sweet toast to second chances."--Booklist

"This sweet romance satisfies."--Publishers Weekly

My thoughts: looking for Leroy is the latest  book by acclaimed author Melody Carlson.

 This is women's fiction about a young couple who fell in love as young teens 

spent two weeks together then went there separate ways. They both married and

 then as older adults they discover each other again. But it's not all about a roses 

unless of course there's plenty of thorns included. It was a sweet read both

 characters were likable but I didn't really care one way or the other whether

 they ended up together. It was interesting learning a little about a culture 

that I know nothing about. Warning for those who are against drinking since

 this is sat in a vineyard there is plenty of drinking involved. Again it was a sweet

 read. I was given a copy.  All opinions are my own.

Mrs. Witherspoon Goes to War (Heroines of WWII)

Mrs. Witherspoon Goes to War

 (Heroines of WWII) 

January 31, 2022

by Mary Davis  (Author)

A WASP Goes Above the Call of Duty to Free Captive American Soldiers

Full of intrigue, adventure, and romance, this new series celebrates the unsung heroes; the heroines of WWII. Peggy Witherspoon, a widow, mother, and pilot flying for the Women’s Airforce Service in 1944 clashes with her new reporting officer. Army Air Corp Major Howie Berg was injured in combat and is now stationed at Bolling Field in Washington D.C. Most of Peggy’s jobs are safe, predictable, and she can be home each night with her three daughters; until a cargo run to Cuba alerts her to American soldiers being held captive there, despite Cuba being an ally

Will Peggy go against orders to help the men? Even risk her own life? Don’t miss this and other stories about Heroines of WWII.
The Cryptographer’s Dilemma by Johnnie Alexander
Picture of Hope by Liz Tolsma
Saving Mrs. Roosevelt by Candice Sue Patterson.

Marilyn's thoughts:

  

 

 

An exciting and engaging story from the start to the epilogue. Peggy Witherspoon loved flying and patriotism for her country. Even though she was a war widow, she joined the WASP to do her part during the war. There’s plenty of adventure with “Mama Bear” as her call name was along with her two closest WASP. They had compassion and wanted to do more than allowed or men thought they were capable of doing. There’s accelerating adventure, a romance budding, and unsung heroes to many because of secrecy in this historical tale. The research and details of planes during WWII brought great admiration for the characters as well as those who served during this era in our history.

 

Heroines of WWII by Barbour Publishers is one outstanding series. I look forward to reading the next book in the series.

 

I won a digital copy of this book through a giveaway on Goodreads without any obligation to write a positive review. I have expressed my own opinion.

God's Voice by B J BASSETT

 

  August 27

God’s Voice

Then the Lord spoke to you out of the fire. You heard the sound of words but saw no form; there was only a voice. Deuteronomy 4:12 NIV

Our vacation was over. We were about to leave the motel room when my husband, Ed, realized his wallet was missing. We both froze. Then we began to search everywhere. We unpacked and repacked our luggage. And we prayed. I looked under pillows, shook bedding—searching, searching. My husband went to the restaurant where we’d had dinner the night before. His billfold wasn’t there.

It was time to leave without his wallet. That’s when a still, small voice said, “Look under the bed.” I looked at Ed. He was on his knees, his upper body lying across the bed. “I found it. It was under the bed,” he said with a sigh of relief, his voice full of gratitude. We headed home, rejoicing.

Are we in the habit of listening for God’s voice? He wants to communicate with us, not only during times of crisis but always.

Father, open my ears and heart to hear Your voice every day. May I do less talking and more listening. Amen.

 

B. J. Bassett encourages others as an author, teacher and speaker. Her books include a contemporary novel, Gillian’s Heart; a historical novel Lily; Sweet Charity; A Touch of Grace—The G.R.A.C.E. Ministries Story; and coauthor of a children’s devotional My Time with God, Focus on the Family, Heritage Builders, with over 55,000 copies sold.

 

As a contributing writer, publications consist of Writer’s Handbook 2000, The Writer, and The Focus on the Family Guide to Growing a Healthy Home, Wolgemuth& Hyatt, Publishers, Inc.—consistently on Bookstore Journal’s Best-selling Christian Books List from November 1990 - February 1991, and voted the 10 Best Books for 1990 by Today’s Christian Woman.

 

Magazines, devotional booklets, curriculum and newspaper publishers include Focus on the Family, Woman’s World, The Quiet Hour, Pathways to God, Devotions, Harcourt Brace, WordAction, Gospel Publishing and Times Standard (newspaper).

 

She teaches writing workshops at Umpqua Community College, Roseburg, OR and at writer’s conferences. As a speaker for Stonecroft Ministries, she tells her story of rejection and acceptance, not only in life, but as a writer as well. She also offers book talks, including discussion questions and shares the journey -- from the seed of an idea to a published book.

 

Memberships: ACFW and Oregon Christian Writers (OCW).

 

She enjoys reading, jigsaw puzzles, knitting, munching warm scones oozing with butter and strawberry jam and sipping earl grey tea.

 

Silent Night: A Lantern Beach Christmas Novella 

November 30, 2021

by Christy Barritt  (Author)

Catch up with your favorite Lantern Beach characters as they come together to help the town's beloved police chief.

On the night before Christmas Eve, as she begins her maternity leave, Lantern Beach Police Chief Cassidy Chambers disappears. Suspecting foul play, law enforcement officers combine forces with the Blackout Security team and island residents to find her.

Despite a snowstorm in his path, Cassidy’s husband, Ty, desperately tries to return home in time to save her. With his wife’s and baby’s lives on the line, he needs a Christmas miracle.

Will the tightknit community of Lantern Beach be able to rescue their beloved police chief in time? Or will Cassidy’s cries for help be met only with silence?

My thoughts: silent night is a Christmas novella written in multiple point of views as Cassidy police chief is fixing to give birth to her first child. Someone kidnaps her and threatening steal her baby and the blackout team and  Cassidy's friends or desperately searching for her before it's too late. Written in Christy barracks fast-paced style this will grab your interest and hold it until the end as you root for people to find Cassidy before it's too late. It is a Christmas story but you can read it at any time of the year I was given a copy for a and all opinions on my own.

 

Diamond in the Rough

 (American Heiresses) 

Paperback – September 3, 2019

by  Jen Turano  (Author)

To save her family from financial ruin, Miss Poppy Garrison accepts an unusual proposition to participate in the New York social season in exchange for her grandmother settling a family loan that has unexpectedly come due. Ill-equipped to handle the intricacies of mingling within the New York Four Hundred, Poppy becomes embroiled in one hilarious fiasco after another, doomed to suffer a grand societal failure instead of being deemed the diamond of the first water her grandmother longs for her to become.

Reginald Blackburn, second son of a duke, has been forced to travel to America to help his cousin, Charles Wynn, Earl of Lonsdale, find an American heiress to wed in order to shore up his family estate that is in desperate need of funds. Reginald himself has no interest in finding an heiress to marry, but when Poppy's grandmother asks him to give etiquette lessons to Poppy, he swiftly discovers he may be in for much more than he bargained for.

My thoughts: diamond in the roof is the second book I have read by this author and I 

loved it so much more than the first book I read by her. There is some strange wordage 

which I am going to assume was in voig back in the day when this book is set but I don't 

know. The heroin is feisty to hero is British and v brooding and there are a host of other 

lovable characters. It was interesting watching the debut of all the Rich Young girls with

 they're big fortunes looking to buy a husband and if he's titled from Great Britain didn't

 even better because who doesn't want to marry a title person. If you like regencies in a 

book about the rich 400 in New York you are absolutely love diamond in the rough. This 

book has been out for a while since you should be able to find it easily. I highly recommend 

it if you like historical romances.I was going to copy free and all opinions are my own